Stinging Nettle (Urtica Dioica) is a versatile perennial herb known for its nutritious green foliage and small clustered flowers. Commonly called Common Nettle, California Nettle, or Bull Nettle, it is widely used for herbal remedies, teas, and garden cultivation.

This hardy plant thrives in rich, moist soil and full to partial sunlight. While it has stinging hairs on its leaves and stems, these disappear when cooked or dried. Stinging Nettle attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies and is an excellent addition to natural, herbal, or medicinal gardens.

Features

• Premium Non-GMO Urtica Dioica seeds
• Produces nutritious green leaves and small green flowers
• Hardy perennial herb, low-maintenance once established
• Ideal for herbal gardens, teas, and medicinal use
• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies
• Suitable for borders, containers, and wild garden areas
• Leaves are edible when cooked or dried

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Urtica Dioica
• Common Name (US): Stinging Nettle, Common Nettle, California Nettle, Bull Nettle
• Plant Type: Perennial herb
• Flower Color: Green, clustered flowers
• Foliage: Green, stinging hairs on leaves and stems
• Height: 3–7 feet (0.9–2.1 m)
• Spread: 2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 m)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Rich, well-drained, moist soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil moist
• Temperature Range: 50–85°F (10–29°C)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
• Days to Germination: 14–28 days
• Seed Depth: Lightly cover seeds with ¼ inch soil
• Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Easy
• Uses: Herbal remedies, teas, natural gardens, pollinator-friendly landscaping, edible greens

Planting Guide

• When to Sow: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly sow outdoors after frost passes.
• Seed Depth: Cover seeds lightly with ¼ inch soil.
• Germination: Keep soil moist at 65–75°F (18–24°C); germination occurs in 14–28 days.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade for best growth.
• Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture during germination; reduce after seedlings establish.
• Harvesting: Harvest young leaves for cooking or drying; wear gloves to avoid stings.
• Maintenance: Cut back old growth after flowering; divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.